Foot Combat with Swords, Throwing Stars, and Shields (Tartschen)

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two armored figures engaged in combat. The scene depicts two figures in armor, wielding swords, and holding shields. The armor is ornate with gold accents, and appears to be of a classical or medieval style. The figures are poised in dynamic stances. One figure has a leg forward and the other has a sword raised above their head. Their shields are decorated with vertical stripes, and the background is plain.